Business Administration Apprentice

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Level 2 Business Administrator Apprentice to join our dynamic Sheffield team.

Job Title: Business Administrator Apprentice – Level 2

Duration: 15 months

Starting Salary: £23,926 (subject to 2025 review)

Working Hours: Mon -Fri 08:00 – 16:00

Location: Olive Grove, Sheffield, S2 3GE

Follow this link to find out more about the course – Level 2 Business Support Assistant / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

What You’ll Do:

To provide a wide range administrative support services to an operational contract or functional team.

  • Maintain and update records within various management information systems
  • Undertake general ‘team’ administrative duties as and when required
  • Distribute and share information internally to ensure customer needs are met
  • Receive and disseminate information to other team members to ensure delivery
  • Maintain office systems in an orderly manner
  • Undertake other basic business support duties as part of a team
  • Assist with the delivery of services to the client as prescribed by team leader/management
  • Input to and maintain spread sheets/databases/systems and produce and collate reports
  • Raise purchase orders
  • Provide cover for reception where appropriated/required

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

  • Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities.
  • Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
  • Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
  • Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
  • Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
  • Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
  • Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects.

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications

  • GCSE grade C or higher in English & Maths or Level 2
  • Apprentices without level 2 English and Maths will need to take the tests for this level prior to taking the end-point assessment.

Skills

  • Interest and good IT ability
  • Good communication Skills
  • Openness to learn.
  • Being a self-starter
  • Being resilient

Experience

  • Customer Service (Front Line)
  • Computer Competencies
  • Use of Microsoft packages

Behavioural competencies

  • Must be a Team player.
  • Can do attitude.
  • Honest & Integrity

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture ff diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Jude Palomeras, our recruiter for this role, at jude.palomeras@amey.co.uk.

If interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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